Fresno, CA – Teen killed in farmworker van and SUV crash in Fresno county
FRESNO, CA – The Fresno County Coroner’s Office identified the man killed in a crash involving a van transporting farm workers Friday morning. According to officials, the victim was Kevin Serrano, 18, from Mendota.
CHP reports that a van traveling eastbound on Lincoln Avenue collided with an SUV traveling southbound on Fowler Avenue. It is believed that the van either failed to stop at the intersection or pulled in front of the oncoming SUV. “Either the van failed to stop or pulled out into the intersection and into the path of the Terrain, which had the right of way,” California Highway Patrol sergeant Nicholas Ranger said.
Investigators say eight farm laborers were in the van, including one person who was not wearing a seatbelt. The man died on the scene after being ejected from the vehicle. His identity has since been confirmed to be Serrano.
The driver of the SUV suffered only minor injuries. In addition to the seven people in the van who were injured, one of them was taken to the hospital. Those remaining were treated on the scene before being released.
Fresno Car Accident Attorneys
Being involved in a car crash can have a lasting impact on the lives of victims and their families. More than 270,000 accidents take place in our state each year. Although we want everyone to walk away from accidents without any issues, this is not always the case. Automobile accidents throughout the state of California claim the lives of more than 3,200 people each year.
The vast majority of these accidents are caused by human error. In fact, statistics show that reckless driving, negligence, speeding, driving while impaired, and other careless actions while operating vehicles contribute to around 80% of collisions each year. Losing a loved one under any circumstances can be challenging to accept. Knowing that your loved one died in a preventable accident just makes the situation even more emotional.
Not only are families forced to endure endless mental and emotional suffering, but they are often required to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical treatment, property damages, funeral services, and more. After enduring the loss of a loved one in an accident, caused by the negligent actions of others, families can reach out to a California wrongful death attorney to explore legal options available to them moving forward.
Wrongful Death Lawyers in Fresno
For nearly four decades, the Fresno car accident attorneys at Torem & Associates have helped guide families after losing loved ones in accidents resulting from the negligence of other motorists sharing the road. Our attorneys strive to help our clients better understand options available to them moving forward to ensure they are able to maximize their recoveries and get the justice they deserve for their loved ones. Through our keen attention to detail and extensive knowledge of personal injury laws in California, we are able to provide reliable and trusted legal representation to help our clients win so they can hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions.
If your loved one was killed in a preventable accident, reach out to one of our wrongful death lawyers in Fresno by calling (888) 500-5000. Our team is available to meet with you and discuss legal options available to help you recover.
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